Food Safety Archives

Hepatitis A Outbreak in Kalamassery: Authorities Act Swiftly to Contain Spread 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- December 24, 2024
Report Kalamassery in Kochi, Kerala is facing a significant hepatitis A outbreak affecting the regions of Peringazha, HMT Estate, and Kurupra. Health authorities confirmed 29 cases of jaundice, with 27 still active and three patients in critical condition, requiring ICU care. This marks the third hepatitis A outbreak in Ernakulam district this year, following outbreaks
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Kozhikode Shuts Down 16 Unregistered Food Establishments 0
- A to Z, Event, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, News
- December 24, 2024
Pre-Holiday Food Safety Plan In a pre-holiday enforcement action, Food Safety teams in Kozhikode district shut down 16 unregistered food establishments during increased inspections before Christmas and New Year festivities. Over four days, the teams discovered numerous businesses operating without proper licenses or postponing their renewals. They inspected 176 establishments and collected samples from 62
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Understanding pH Value in Food and Its Impact 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General
- December 21, 2024
The pH value of food serves as a critical measure of acidity or alkalinity, influencing nearly every aspect of its quality, from taste and texture to safety and shelf life. Measured on a scale of 0 to 14, a pH of 7 is neutral, while values below and above indicate acidity and alkalinity, respectively. This
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Food Safety Violations Exposed in Secunderabad Restaurants 0

Overview When we dine at restaurants, we trust that the food is clean and free of expired ingredients, unlike the potential risks of consuming street food. However, a recent case in Secunderabad shattered this confidence as food safety inspectors uncovered serious violations in multiple establishments. Golden Dragon Restaurant, Parklane Food safety inspectors conducted a surprise

Shimla District Launches Food Safety Campaign on National Highway 0

Report The Shimla district administration has launched a special awareness campaign to promote food safety and hygiene along the National Highway stretch from Shoghi to Narkanda. Running until January 10, the initiative educates shopkeepers, hotel owners, dhaba operators, and street vendors on maintaining food quality and adhering to regulations. Campaign Ensures Food Safety During Tourist

Food Safety Department Shuts Down Salem Collectorate Canteen Over Violations 0

Report The Food Safety Department imposed a ₹2,000 penalty on the canteen at the Salem Collectorate and temporarily shut it down on Wednesday. Officials took this action due to concerns about high food prices, unsanitary conditions, and the misuse of publicly-provided document copies for customer service. Inspection Findings Officials identified several violations of food safety